Information Management

14 months full time, 90 ECTS

The Information Management programme focuses on building knowledge and skills in the design, development and implementation of information systems with respect to systemic and business academic objectives.

Overview

The content of the program is, among other things, management, information systems, business analytics, process management, database systems and cost analysis. The course is well suited for those who want to work as corporate information managers, consultants in the field or project managers in the implementation of information systems. Students have the option of pursuing an internship, which is evaluated for credit, take elective courses that increase the interdisciplinary nature of the programme, or do exchange studies at a partner university. The class sizes are small and close interaction is between students and faculty. Exceptional faculty take care of the teaching that features world-renowned professors.

Choice between MSc and Qualification at master level

Students can choose between a program structure that leads to an MSc degree and a program structure as qualification at master level (MIM). Both structures include 90 ECTS credits. Full-time study includes three terms: fall, spring, and summer term.

Dean's Selection Grant for RU School of Business graduate students

The recipient of the Dean´s Selection Grant pays undergraduate fees instead of graduate fees. Students with the highest grade in a graduate programme each semester are applicable. In order to receive the award students must complete 30 ECTS units per semester and follow the programme structure. More information about the grant can be found here.

Contact us

Jóhanna Vernharðsdóttir

Programme Administrator

Stefan Wendt

Programme Director

Careers

The role of
information technology has been changing over the last few years. Today,
information technology supports processes and decision making as effectively as
possible. It creates a competitive advantage and prepares companies for a
future where change is the norm rather than the exception. Students who
graduate with a masters degree in information management take on roles where
these fields are integrated: as implementation project managers, information
technology consultants, presales consultants in IT companies, chief analysts
and chief information officers.

Academic staff

The focus
of staff research is on innovation and entrepreneurship, finance and economics,
corporate governance, marketing and human resource management. RU School of
Business is committed to excellence in research and academic staff collaborates
with researchers in other fields such as Computer Science and Psychology,
within RU and internationally. Students also benefit from the School's extensive network of international
professors and guest lecturers from the business community.

Internship

The objective of master's program internship is to enhance students' knowledge, skills and abilities related to their core field of study. The internship should grant students that opportunity through hands on projects and by that prepare them for entering the labor market. Students will get to know the operation, culture and people of the firm/institution they conduct the internship at. Students will be assigned a supervisor within the firm/institution and a full time faculty member as a supervisor during the period of the internship. Internships are generally unpaid. Students find internship themselves, and get it approved by the School of Business.

Funding opportunities for internships

Students can apply for an Erasmus grant to go on an internship in Europe for 2-12 months. Students who have previously been in the Erasmus exchange program can apply for funding for an internship.

The amount of the grant depends on the destination, but is in the range of 450 to 550 € a month, students also receive a travel grant, in the range 275- € 1,100 depending on the destination.

Students from RU doing internship abroad have so far always been able to receive an Erasmus grant. However, if the popularity increases, students can apply for Nordplus grant. For further information, visit the International Office at RU.

In order to find an internship there are a number of websites that can be referenced:

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Reykjavik University Campus

Set in one of the most beautiful areas of Reykjavik right next to Iceland's only geothermal beach, the newly built campus offers students modern first-rate facilities. The building has well equipped classrooms and students have 24-hour access to the spacious study facilities.

Environmentally conscious

The campus is one of Iceland's most automated buildings designed to provide an environment optimal for working using the lowest amount of energy.

Automated blinds and windows

In the main areas of the building the blinds and windows are controlled by a weather station positioned on top of the University roof. The weather station collects information about wind direction and outside temperature adjusting windows accordingly, and blinds are automated to ensure direct sunlight does not disturb students working.

A breath of fresh air

The University building is constantly ventilated with natural fresh air using the NAVENT system. Fresh air is drawn into the building and then pumped into the rooms. Special CO2 monitors ensure the correct levels of oxygen in the rooms. Heaters ensure that the air pumped into the rooms maintains the correct air temperature. In the summer time the air pumps drag warm air from the building and pump fresh and cooler air in its place.

Intelligent lighting system

Every light in the University has its own IP address and is controlled by the automated system. Light sensors ensure lighting is only on when rooms are in use. Large windows let in natural daylight which creates a more pleasant working environment.

Beautiful surroundings

Our campus is in a unique position of being set in one of the most popular outdoor areas of Reykjavik.

The University of Reykjavik is located right next to Iceland's only geothermal beach, Nauthólsvík. Students can enjoy swimming in the geothermally heated sea, or relax in the hot tub on the beach.

Right next to the campus is the most environmentally friendly restaurant in Reykjavik, Nauthóll, which has been awarded the Nordic Environmental "Svan Certificate," and was the first restaurant in Reykjavik to receive this certification.

Students can enjoy the many foot and bicycle paths in the neighbouring forest.

Students can visit the nearby Perlan situated on top of the city's geothermal storage tanks.

Structure

Choice between MSc and Qualification at master level

Students can choose between a program structure that leads to an MSc degree and a program structure as qualification at master level (MIM). Both structures include 90 ECTS credits. Full-time study includes three terms: fall, spring, and summer term.

Information for current students

Admissions

The master programme in
Information Management has an interdisciplinary focus on business
administration and computer science. It covers management, information systems,
business analytics, process management, database systems and cost analysis, and
more. Students are therefore required to have a background in business
administration and computer science.

Admissions requirements

Background in business administration and computer sciences based on:

BSc degree in business administration/economics or computer sciences, and further education or

professional experience.

Further education or professional
experience for students with degree in computer science: e.g., budgeting,
financial management, accounting and preparation of financial statements,
business strategy development and implementation.

Further
education or professional experience for students with degree in business
administration: e.g., programming, software assessment and implementation,
database management, IT strategy development and implementation.

Generally we require a first-class grade (GPA 7.25 or above) according to Icelandic grading scale in an undergraduate programme.

Excellent English language skills.

Applications accompanying documents

All applicants must submit an electronic application and attach the required accompanying documents. The following documents need to accompany applications (they should be supplied in English):

Curriculum vitae with a photograph

Official university transcripts of records and diplomas

Personal statement (Why are you applying to the programme and what is your aim in pursuing the programme? [up to 300 words in English])

Please provide contact information for one indvidual who can assess the ability of the applicant to pursue the programme. A letter of recommendation may be required.

For students whose first language is not English proof of English proficiency must be provided, based on, e.g., TOEFL or IELTS. Minimum English language test scores TOEFL: 577 (PBT) or 91 (iBT) or above OR IELTS: 6.5 or above, academic.

Accompanying documents need to submitted by the application deadline. Applicants are only summoned for an interview if they have submitted all required accompanying documents on time.

Application deadline and tuition fees

The application deadline for the fall semester is 30 April. Applicants outside the EU/EEA must submit an application prior to 1 February.